Slow Cooker Brisket Tacos Recipe
Slow Cooker Brisket Tacos are the ultimate comfort food, offering tender, slow-cooked brisket with zesty lime, cilantro, and taco seasoning. This easy recipe is perfect for taco nights, family gatherings, or casual dinners, and is a crowd-pleaser everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours (on low)
- Total Time: 8-10 hours and 10 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Dish Taco Night
- Method: Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
- Cuisine: Mexican Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Beef Brisket
Salsa
Taco Seasoning
Limes (Juiced)
Fresh Cilantro Leaves
Tortillas (Corn or Flour)
Cotija Cheese
Jalapeños
Instructions
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Place Brisket in Slow Cooker: Place the brisket fat-side up in the slow cooker. Add salsa, taco seasoning, and an optional bay leaf.
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Add Lime Juice: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the brisket and seasonings.
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Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours until the brisket is fork-tender.
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Shred Brisket: Use two forks to shred the brisket, then return it to the slow cooker to absorb the remaining juices.
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Assemble Tacos: Serve the shredded brisket on tortillas, and top with cotija cheese, cilantro, and sliced jalapeños.
Notes
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Spicy Variation: Increase the number of jalapeños or add extra chili powder for a spicier kick.
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Make-Ahead Option: You can prep the brisket a day in advance and store it in the fridge overnight before cooking.
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Freezing: Store leftover brisket in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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